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Connection to a computer
Note:
This function is available as an option. Consult your dealer if you wish to use it.
If desired, you can connect the FO-4500 to the serial port of any compatible computer.
If you have the proper software, this will allow you to perform fax operations from your
computer.
Important:
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Use only the provided PC interface cable to connect your fax to your computer.
1
Insert the male end of the PC interface
cable into the port on the rear of fax
as shown. Tighten the attached
screws with a screwdriver.
2
Insert the female end of the PC
interface cable into the serial
(RS-232C) port on your computer.
Tighten the attached screws with a
screwdriver.
3
Set Option Setting "PC INTERFACE
MODE" to YES to enable the PC
connection. Set Option Setting
"RECEIVE UNIT" to choose whether
you want incoming documents to be
received in the computer or printed
out by the fax.
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The procedure for making these set-
tings is described in Chapter 5, "Op-
tional Settings".
Comments:
••
For information on computer software which can be used with the PC-fax connection,
consult your dealer.
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If the fax is connected to a computer, there may be occasions when you will not be able to
use the operation panel of the fax. On those occasions the message "COMMUNICATING
W/ PC" will appear in the fax display.
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The safety status of the PC interface port is SELV and is provided only for connection to
compatible computer SELV ports. Do not connect any non-SELV equipment to this port.
ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS
INSTALLATION
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